SPICY GOAN SHRIMP CURRY WITH EGGPLANT
Taken from Ruta Kahate's "5 Spices, 50 dishes" and not modified in any way - this is the best curry I have ever eaten and had to share it with you. If you have a chance to buy Ruta's book do so - it is the best cookbook I have ever bought and the only cookbook I have done every recipe out of, it's just that amazing. A few notes: -- DO use seeds and finely grind them in a mortar and pestle - the flavors aren't quite the same if you use already ground spices. If you can't find seeds, then substitute it in the same quantities. -- If your family isn't keen on tough eggplant skins, you can peel them. -- Eggplants go from "undercooked and spongy" to "just well done pefection" to plain mush in a very short period of time. Watch them closely. We want a tofu consistency. -- Tomato sauce can be used in place of the small tomato in a pinch. About 1/3-1/2 cup will do. -- If you like less spicy, cut down on cayenne pepper. The Serranos actually cook down and taste like a bell pepper when done.
Provided by Sweet Tortellini
Categories Curries
Time 28m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Slice the eggplants lengthwise in half and then crosswise into 1-inch chunks.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and saute the onion until softened.
- Add tomato,garlic,cayenne,coriander,cumin, turmeric, and saute until the tomato has completely disintegrated. If necessary, deglaze the pan by adding a few tablespoons of water and using a spatula to loosen the browned bits if the mixture starts sticking to the bottom.
- Add eggplants, chilies and salt, and mix well.
- Cover and cook over low heat until eggplant is soft, about 10 minutes.
- Add shrimp and stir gently,.
- When shrimp begins to turn pink, add coconut milk and water. Continue simmering, uncovered, until shrimp is cooked through, another 5-8 minutes.
- Very gently stir in the vinegar and remove from heat.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- This curry tastes even better the next day just reheat gently over low heat stirring carefully once in a while until just warmed to prevent overcooking the shrimp.
- Serve with any plain rice or quinoa - my favorite.
- Please don't bother rating this recipe if you don't have all the ingredients on hand or if you aren't going to follow it to the "T" because you would be rating a different recipe altogether: your own. However, you can leave a comment if you didn't follow it to let the community know what your experience was - and I am curious! :).
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Santiago Herrera
santiago-herrera10@yahoo.comThis is one of my favorite recipes! I make it all the time. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.
Bai osman Kanu
b_k@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of Goan food, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The curry was very flavorful and the shrimp and eggplant were cooked perfectly.
alinawaz Jiskani
jiskani@hotmail.frThis dish was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to simpler recipes in the future.
david thomas
thomas.d5@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly, but my curry didn't turn out right. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Sabbir Hossen
hossen.s31@yahoo.comThis recipe was a waste of time. The curry was bland and the shrimp were overcooked.
Mlondisi Mlondy
mmlondy94@hotmail.frI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my curry turned out bland.
Tiger Park
t-park@aol.comThis dish was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still very good.
MD Roki MD Roki
r-m@yahoo.comThis curry is so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Haris Marwat
harismarwat@gmail.comI'm not a fan of eggplant, but this dish was surprisingly good!
Dikshya Chhetri
dchhetri41@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe! I love the way the eggplant and shrimp cook together.
Patty Kiser
patty41@gmail.comWow! This curry is amazing! The flavors are incredible.
Shallot Ampeire
s69@gmail.comThis dish was very easy to make, and it turned out great! The sauce was very flavorful, and the shrimp and eggplant were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
Muhammad Afridi
afridi@aol.comThis curry was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still very good. The flavors were complex and delicious. I would definitely make this again, but I would use less chili pepper next time.
Brandon Lindsay
l.b@hotmail.comI'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this dish was surprisingly good! The sauce was very flavorful, and the eggplant was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
ilyas
ilyas68@hotmail.co.ukThis dish was easy to make and turned out great! The shrimp and eggplant were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
McCarious Xoagub
mccarious.xoagub98@yahoo.comThis curry is amazing! The flavors are so complex and delicious. I love the way the eggplant soaks up the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Uzair Dadbaloch
uzair-dadbaloch28@hotmail.comI tried this recipe and it was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp and eggplant were cooked perfectly. It was a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Overall, I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Naem Naem
n_n11@hotmail.comThis is a fantastic recipe! I love the combination of shrimp and eggplant, and the curry sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again!